Serving 1,728 students in grades 9-12, Northeast High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,728 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northeast High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Northeast High School's student population of 1,728 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,728 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northeast High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northeast High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1047 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
18%
14%
Black
35%
21%
White
33%
59%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northeast High School's ranking?
Northeast High School is ranked #1047 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Northeast High School often compared to?
Northeast High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest High School, Rossview High School, Kenwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northeast High School?
The graduation rate of Northeast High School is 89%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Northeast High School?
1,728 students attend Northeast High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Northeast High School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northeast High School?
Northeast High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northeast High School offer ?
Northeast High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Northeast High School part of?
Northeast High School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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